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Bill117th CongressFiled Jul 15, 2021Crime and Law Enforcement
S. 2353

LABEL Opioids Act of 2021

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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Jul 15, 2021)

Lessening Addiction By Enhancing Labeling Opioids Act of 2021 or the LABEL Opioids Act of 2021

This bill requires prescription opioids to contain a warning label specifying that the opioids may cause dependence, addiction, and overdose. A registrant (e.g., a pharmacist) who dispenses an opioid in violation of the labeling requirement is subject to penalties.

What just happenedJul 15, 2021

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.

Who’s behind it

Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA](D-MA)Sponsor
2 cosponsors1 D1 R
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  1. Jul 15, 2021IntroReferral

    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.

    Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee
  2. Jul 15, 2021IntroReferral10000

    Introduced in Senate

LABEL Opioids Act of 2021 — Informed